Synopsis of story
Ma has made a dozen delicious cookies. It should be plenty for her two children. But then the doorbell rings – and rings and rings.Each ring of the doorbell brings more friends to share the delicious cookies Ma has made.
Month: May 2020
‘A Fair Bear Share’ by Stuart J Murphy – Maths Through Stories
Please find a short video explaining the background and rational of using Maths Through Stories, as a powerful way and engaging way to teach Mathematical concepts.
Mama Bear wants to make her special Blue Ribbon Blueberry Pie, but it’s up to her four cubs to gather enough nuts, berries and seeds. Three of the cubs go at it with gusto, adding up their treasures by arranging them in groups of tens and ones. But they don’t have enough! Will their little sister – the one who spent the afternoon skipping, running and turning cartwheels – come through and save the day? Learning how to regroup numbers is essential for solving more advanced addition problems
Please find lesson plans to accompany ‘A Fair Bear Share’ to share with your learners
Cuisenaire – Equivalence, Patterns and Relationships
Please find a set of lesson plans to accompany the Cuisenaire video tutorial. We attach also guidance on how to deliver the lessons digitally to your learners.
Cuisenaire guidance re digital lessons
Cuisenaire – trains pattern 2 lesson
Cuisenaire equivalence – orange rod equivalence
Cuisenaire – trains complete pattern lesson
Cuisenaire – build what I have
Maths through stories – First level
Research-based, Maths through Stories, is an engaging and creative way to teach and learn mathematical concepts.
‘Dinosaur Deals’ is a story that is based on Equivalent Values and is aimed at P3/4. We have created some lesson activities that you can use with this story and some additional information you may find useful.
Stephen Graham Webinar sessions
We are delighted to confirm a series of Stephen Graham webinars for FVWL primary and English teachers on 28th May, 4th and 11th June (9.30 – 11am). Please sign up by email: CLjadam@glow.sch.uk
A Short Introduction to Cuisenaire Rods
Please have a look at our short video introducing the use of Cuisenaire rods. This is a precursor to a series of tutorials that we will be leading about how you can use Cuisenaire rods with your learners, both in the classroom and remotely.
Reciprocal Reading CLPL Online
Reciprocal Reading CLPL – Literacy Academy Online
Reciprocal reading is a structured approach to teaching strategies (questioning, clarifying, summarising and predicting) that students can use to improve their reading comprehension. The strategy is based on robust research examining what effective teaching and learning in literacy looks like and practitioners will develop a deeper understanding of pedagogical approaches that engage learners and lead to improved outcomes.
Resilience and Wellbeing Webinar Series for Educators – limited spaces available.
Resilience and Wellbeing Webinar Series for Educators – limited spaces available.
*****Due to extremely high demand, the deadline for applying will be at 12 noon on Friday 8 May*****
For more details visit www.iheartprinciples.com
Distance Learning – Tips on navigating this strange, new ‘normal’
Marc Andrew is a primary school teacher who loves using technology to support learning and teaching.
Education Scotland’s Professional Learning and Leadership Team offered Marc the opportunity to share his experience with a wider audience via a blog where he shares some of the key lessons he learned from his first week of teaching from home.
There are some great tips for communicating with parents whose first language is not English.
Watch the video to hear Marc discuss his top ten tips for teachers supporting home learning during the Covid-19 pandemic.